Google announced that the September Pixel Drop will bring a variety of new features to Pixel smartphone and tablet users. This update includes a redesigned design, enhanced AI tools, and improved content sharing features, all designed to enhance the user experience. First, the "Material 3 Expressive" design will be available for Pixel 6 and later models and Pixel tablets. Users will be able to add weather- and shape-based animations to their lock screens. […]
Samsung Electronics unveiled the Galaxy S25 FE with One UI 8 at IFA 2025 in Berlin, Germany on the 4th. By offering flagship features at a reasonable price, more users can enjoy the Galaxy AI and enhanced camera performance. The S25 FE supports multimodal interaction, encompassing touch, voice, and visual input. Gemini Live provides instant answers to voice queries without having to switch apps. The lock screen features a Now bar and […]
The world's largest non-profit organization specializing in blood cancers has unveiled a new identity. Formerly known as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), it has changed its name to Blood Cancer United and launched a unified campaign, "United For All," marking the biggest change in its 76-year history. Unveiled in September to coincide with Blood Cancer Awareness Month, the rebranding represents more than just a name change; it represents a complete overhaul of the brand's philosophy and strategy. The new name is recognizable and […]
Audi has unveiled the electric roadster "Concept C," declaring a new era in brand design. This model is more than just a show car; it's a "design statement" and a strategic turning point, signaling Audi's overall design direction for the future. The brand calls it "radical simplicity" because it evokes the TT of the past while also presenting a completely new aesthetic and structure. The Concept C is a two-seater roadster built on a dedicated electric vehicle platform, featuring a vertical front frame and horizontal […]
OpenAI announced that the "Projects" feature of its AI chatbot service, ChatGPT, is now available to free users. Previously a paid subscription-only feature, Projects is now available to all web and Android app users, with iOS users to follow in the coming days. Projects are advanced folders optimized for conversation-based tasks. Users can organize their conversations with their AI assistant by topic or task, and each project […]
Audio-Technica has unveiled "Hotaru," a work that redefines the meaning of analog music appreciation. Unveiled at Milan Design Week 2025, this turntable is garnering attention as an installation and object that embodies the ritual of light and sound, transcending mere audio equipment. "Hotaru" means "firefly" in Japanese, and its name embodies the fleeting yet brilliant sensation of a fleeting moment. Hotaru's entire platter floats above the main body using a magnetic levitation mechanism, creating the impression of floating in mid-air. […]
Konkuk University, approaching its 100th anniversary in 2031, has unveiled a new UI (University Identity), a symbolic system that embodies the university's philosophy and identity. The newly unveiled symbols include the "Initial Wordmark" and "Emblem," and a new color system has also been established. The Initial Wordmark serves as a bridge connecting Konkuk University's past and future, symbolizing the harmony between principle and practicality. Going forward, this wordmark will be utilized across all internal and external communications. The emblem, designed in the form of an ox, the university's emblem, embodies intelligence, passion, and a spirit of challenge. […]
Amazon is expanding its AI-powered shopping experience. Announced on September 3rd, the new feature "Lens Live" is a real-time extension of Amazon Lens, its existing visual search feature. Users can point their smartphone camera at objects in real time, and Amazon instantly finds and displays similar products. This feature will initially be available to tens of millions of users in the US on the Amazon Shopping app for iOS, with […]
The Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL Guadalajara), the largest publishing event in Latin America, will be held in Guadalajara, Mexico, from November 29 to December 7. This year's honorary city is Barcelona, Spain, and a variety of programs will highlight the city's literary and artistic scene. Launched in 1987 by the University of Guadalajara, the book fair is the largest in Latin America and features a unique format that engages both the publishing industry and the general public. Participants include publishing professionals […]
Teenage Engineering, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, has unveiled the world's most affordable computer case. The product is called the "computer–2," and it costs just $0. This doesn't mean it's unavailable; it's actually free. This project is part of the brand's "25 the Flipped Out Year" campaign, which runs until 2025. The computer–2 is a mini-ITX case made from a single sheet of translucent polypropylene (PP) and can be assembled by hand, without screws or tools.
Musinsa, Korea's leading fashion platform, has officially launched a new used goods trading service, Musinsa Used. Unlike existing used goods platforms that simply connect sellers and buyers, Musinsa directly manages the entire used goods transaction process. Sellers simply need to apply, and Musinsa handles the rest. Sellers don't need to take photos or post anything; they simply place their items in the dedicated Used bag they receive after applying and […]
Belgian-based soda brand Fhirst has returned with a fresh, unique identity: "Superfunktional Soda™." Mother Design has reimagined the brand strategy, naming, visual and verbal identity, and packaging, challenging the clichés of the functional beverage market. Fhirst, a project launched four years ago by founders Catherine and Steven van Middelhem, has developed a probiotic soda based on a scientific approach linking gut health and mental well-being. However, the recent surge in the "healthy" soda market […]
